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Ms. Maria

I graduated from SEMO in 1986 with a degree in Child Care and Guidance. During my early years of teaching I served 3 years on the Board of the St. Louis Association for the Education of Young Children and was a speaker at many of our local conferences.

In 2003, I joined the KECC team and have been a teacher in the Penguin, Turtle, Elephant, Bear and Honeybee Rooms.

My husband and I were married in 2004 and are proud parents of 2 fur babies, a German Shepard mix and a Chihuahua/Jack Russell Terrier mix.

In my free time, I love traveling and spending time with my family and friends.

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Ms. Jordyn

Hi! I’m Jordyn Frank! I have been working with children professionally for as long as I can remember! 
 
I previously worked for another district's full day program for five years as well as working at Grace's Place Crisis Nursery from 2015-2023. I also volunteered at a camp for kids with heart defects (Camp Rhythm). 
 
Currently, I am in school for Social Work at Missouri State University online. 
 
In July of 2022, I got married to my husband, Christian. We now live out in Union, Mo and have two dogs, a corgi named Posie and a Cavapoo named Freddy! In our spare time, we love to play board games, read, and travel! 

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Ms. Faith

Hi, my name is Ms. Faith. I have been working professionally with children since 2019. I received my associates degree at St. Charles Community College for Vocal Performance. My experience is with a wide range of age groups. 

When I'm not working, I enjoy spending time with my family and exploring the outdoors with my puppy, Solstice. I enjoy reading, painting, and making/listening to music.

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Ms. Michele

Hi! I’m Michele Loehr and have been involved in the Education field since 1989.

I have worked in various licensed childcare facilities, volunteering at various events such as PTO Boards, book fairs, helping in classrooms and tutoring kiddos.

I completed 3.5 years towards an Early Childhood BA and then graduated with a BA in Psychology.  I also have a Masters in Education in K-12 School Counseling and Professional Counseling.

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Ms. Courtney

I graduated from Fontbonne University with a Bachelor's Degree in Contemporary Studies.  I have worked with children since 2005 and joined the KECC community as an educator in late 2022. I enjoy working with all the outstanding students at KECC.
 
My family includes my husband, Kevin, two daughters, Everlie and Karlyn, and our lazy pup Herbie.  

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Ms. Kim

Hi!  My name is Kim Schmelter, I graduated from SLU with a BA in Criminal Justice.  Since 2007, I have been working in early childhood education.
 
I have experience working with preschool, pre-K and also taught Kindergarten for a year.
 
Before joining KECC in 2023, I worked as a Program Assistant for Adventure Club at Westchester Elementary in the Kirkwood School District.
 
I am married to the love of my life, Rick. We have two rescue dogs, Pedro and Willa. In our free time we love to travel, watch football, and cook. 

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Ms. Nikki

My name is Nicole Timlin (Ms. Nikki) and I have worked at KECC since July 2002 both in the classroom and for many years as the special education secretary in the main office. Prior to KECC, I taught two-year-olds, and I was also trained as a Parent Educator through Parents as Teachers. 
 
I was raised in Kirkwood, and I still live here with my husband Tim, a PE teacher at North Kirkwood Middle School, and our three kids, aged 11, 6, & 4 (I also have one adult daughter who grew up spending so much time at KECC and she now works for AT&T in Springfield). We just bought our dream home last summer and we are having fun making it our own. If you walk in the Greentree Parade, you’ll pass my house!
 
I’m very excited to meet you! 

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Ms. Sam

Hello, 

I am Sam Fiock and since joining KECC in 2013, I have worked in various classrooms, most recently the Lion Room and currently, Penguin and Panda classes.

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Ms. Brenna

Hi! My name is Brenna DiBello. I graduated from Webster University in 2021 with a Bachelor’s Degree in Psychology.

I started my teaching career at Superior Children’s Center in 2021. I have worked with age groups varying from 2 years old to 5 years old. I started working at KECC in 2023.

My favorite things to do include reading, trying new arts and crafts projects, and spending time with friends and family.

I am excited to join the KECC team and meet all the staff and families!

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Ms. Sam

Hi my name is Sam. I will graduate in December 2023 with my Bachelor’s Degree in Child Development.

My teaching career started in 2020 with Superior Children’s Center, before joining the KECC team in 2023.

I have a Ragdoll cat named Coco. My favorite things include the beach, going to coffee shops, spending time with friends and family, trying new restaurants, and traveling. 

I’m excited to get to know everyone at KECC!